Challenge The Norwottuck Rail Trail is an 11-mile path that links several towns along the former Boston & Maine Railway. Due to a dangerous tunnel entrance, the Massachusetts DOT path was being realigned. A nearby stream and environmental permitting restrictions required engineers to evaluate boardwalk options for a portion of the trail near Hadley, Mass. With New England’s harsh winters, a durable, low maintenance solution was also necessary. Solution The bike trail’s curved alignment and downhill gradient concerned designers about slippery wood surfaces, so PermaTrak’s textured concrete options were ideal. The path is a popular recreation spot for walkers, runners, and bikers. A PermaTrak boardwalk could accommodate a sizable width and was durable enough to handle the heavy t

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